The weight of the dishwasher disturbs buyers wrong. Information about the weight and dimensions allows you to decide: whether it is worthwhile to independently deliver and build the dishwasher into the kitchen. We will understand in the review what the weight of PMM depends on, how to choose a technique based on this parameter.
What affects the mass of PMM
Factors affecting the weight of the dishwasher, not so many are known. To decide on them, you will have to figure out how the technique works. The technical characteristics of dishwashers we examined in detail in a separate review. Now we focus only on those parameters on which the mass of the machine depends.
The main volume of the PMM is occupied by the dishwasher hopper into which the dishes are stacked. The pump (circulation pump) along with other nodes is located in the bottom. It is difficult to name the weight of each of the details - it all depends on the brand and each specific model.
The average weight of the pallet is from 8 to 12 kg. The case together with the dish trays and the rocker arm weigh up to 10 kg in total. Another 3 kg is allocated to the mass of the door. All together will be a maximum of 25 kg. At the same time, there are 40 and even 50 kg models on the market. Where does the manufacturer get another 20-30 kg? Everything that makes the design heavier is still located exclusively inside the PMM case.
As in the design of the washing machine, in the dishwasher there are counterweights that are installed to stabilize - they dampen vibration during operation and increase the stability of the device. The configuration and weight of the counterweight depend on the size of the housing. The larger the machine, the stones (and the counterweights really are concrete blocks), wider and heavier.
Drying also affects the total weight of the machine. Models equipped with a condensation type of drying are lighter, and with a turbo-drying, they are somewhat heavier. This is explained by the fact that drying "turbo" requires the installation of another engine, heater and fan. A heat exchanger, decorative panels in freestanding machines or models with partial embedding can also play a role.
Fact! As a rule, stationary non-integrated PMMs are the hardest. This is due to the double casing and additional internal thermal insulation. Therefore, similar embedded devices weigh 1-1.5 kg less.
Weight of standard dishwashers
Before proceeding to an overview of specific models and their weight characteristics, we will figure out what a full-sized dishwasher is. A machine with dimensions of 60x60x85 cm (width, depth and height, respectively) is considered standard. Classic PMMs with the possibility of full integration have slightly different parameters: only the width is 60 cm static, and the parameters of depth and height can vary. You can find full-size built-in cars with a depth of 55, 57 and 60 cm, a height of 80, 81.5 and 82 cm.
Consider examples of popular cars, dividing them by brand:
The brand | Model | Weight, kg) |
Bosch | SMV50M50 | 37 |
SMV53N20 | 39 | |
SMV50E10 | 35 | |
MV 30D30 | 31 | |
Gorenje | GV6SY2B | 40 |
GV6SY2W | 40 | |
Gv 64311 | 42 | |
Gv 63311 | 35 | |
Electrolux | ESF 9862 ROW | 46 |
ESF9862ROX | 45 | |
Indesit | DIF 16T1 A | 35,5 |
DIFP 8 B + 96 Z | 35,5 | |
Miele | G 4960 SCVi | 44 |
G 4263 SCVi Active | 46,5 | |
G 6900 SCi | 64 | |
G 4203 SCi Active BRWS | 46,2 | |
Siemens | SN 678X50 TR | 47 |
SN 578S00 TR | 47 | |
SN 66M094 | 43 |
As you can see, the lightest full-size PMM from manufacturers "Bosch" and "Electrolux". The most difficult ones are from Mile and Siemens. This can be explained by the fact that the last two manufacturers produce cars mainly "Premium Class", which has more details and "bells and whistles", hence the impressive parameters.
Important! Experts say that the lighter a full-sized PMM 60 cm wide, the higher its noise. For example, the noise of the light Gorenje GV 63311 (35 kg) is 47 dB, while the Miele G 6900 SCi (64 kg) is much quieter - 41 dB. The lighter the machine, the less is the counterweight in it that dampens the vibrations.
It is quite fair to point out the fact that the relatively lightweight Electrolux operate with low noise. So, ESF9862ROX (45 kg) works at 46 dB.These machines are able to extinguish centrifugal force without a heavy counterweight - the thing is in the thoughtful arrangement of parts inside the case. The engine is built in such a way that the vibrations are minimal, so stability with a modest weight is quite real.
So, choosing a full-size option, it is not necessary to buy the heaviest machine. It is more practical and reasonable when low weight is combined with quiet operation - carefully study the technical documentation and you will be able to get the best PMM for all indicators.
Weight of narrow and compact dishwashers
With the mass of the built-in full-sized dishwasher, we figured it out. Now we suggest you find out how much the narrow PMM weighs. Also in this part of the review we will consider the mass of the standard desktop PMM. Both types of dishwashers differ in small dimensions, so the selection should be done based on which one you are interested in: floor or table.
In most cases, a dishwasher 45 cm wide weighs 5-7 kg less than a similar full-size one. The exact data for narrow cars is shown in the table below:
Mark | Model | Weight, kg) |
Bosch | SuperSilence SPS53M52RU | 41 |
SPS 40E58 | 40 | |
SPV 40E00 | 26 | |
SPV 40E40 | 30 | |
Siemens | SR 24E202 | 40 |
SR 25E230 | 45 | |
SR 65M083 | 35 | |
Electrolux | ESL 94200 LO | 30,2 |
ESF 9451 ROX | 36,7 | |
ESF 9423 LMW | 37,2 |
Experts are convinced that for optimal stability of the case, the narrow typewriter, with its height of 85 cm and a width of 45 cm, needs to have a weight of at least 40-45 kg. Be that as it may, the lighter PMMs have a less stable design.
Important! Siemens SR 25E230 (45 kg) has a noise level of 46 dB, while the lightweight Electrolux ESL 94200 LO in noise is 51 dB in operation. User reviews only confirm the opinion of experts.
Compact PMMs also received a brief overview. The average weight of a desktop (or built-in) small machine is in the range of 20-25 kg. Basically, this is the case and parts, the balances simply do not fit in it, although for some brands it works by some miracle. In general, stability is ensured by a modest height and impressive width.
Despite the fact that the body is made in the form of a parallelepiped, it is quite difficult to resist centrifugal force, especially if there are no counterweights. Such dishwashers can “jump” during operation and disturb by excessive vibration, respectively, and the noise in the room is pretty good. Experts are sure that small cars are one of the noisiest due to the close arrangement of the units and small dimensions.
Consider the popular market offers:
The brand | Model | Weight (kg) |
Bosch | SKS 40E22 | 20 |
Electrolux | ESF 2400 OS | 21 |
Candy | CDCP 6 / E | 22,5 |
Midea | MCFD-0606 | 22 |
Unlike full-size and narrow, all presented cars have a noise level from 49 to 54 dB. Given that today you can find a full-sized dishwasher with a noise level of 39-45 dB, this is unforgivable a lot. You can forget about night washing.
As you can see, the PMMs do not have a standard weight, exactly the same size as each model is unique. To find out exactly how much space the appliance will occupy in the kitchen and how loud it will work, in each particular case it is worth carefully studying the data sheet. Have a good shopping!